New life of the legendary VDNKh

New life of the legendary VDNKh

Categories: Design and Architecture | Exhibition

In Moscow, the reconstruction of VDNKh (still recently the former All-Russian Exhibition Center), timed to coincide with its 75th anniversary, is in full swing. The plans of the city authorities and Mayor Sobyanin personally are to create one of the largest recreation parks for the whole family, which will also become a point of attraction for tourists from all over the world.

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New life of the legendary VDNKh

New life of the legendary VDNKh

1. The restoration and renewal of the facades of the legendary exhibition pavilions, which have noticeably dilapidated over the past 20 years, is in full swing.

New life of the legendary VDNKh

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New life of the legendary VDNKh

3. Their “fillings” or expositions will be selected based on the opinions of Muscovites, who can express their preferences through the Active Citizen application.

New life of the legendary VDNKh

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New life of the legendary VDNKh

5. The main alley is being put in order, on which the world's largest (!) ice skating rink will be flooded in winter. The benches will be restored according to historical drawings. Now trade tents are being erected, designed in a single style, designed to replace the tasteless variety of the All-Russian Exhibition Center.

New life of the legendary VDNKh

6. Despite the ongoing reconstruction, the park is still open to everyone. Muscovites walk with children ...

New life of the legendary VDNKh

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New life of the legendary VDNKh

8. ...and couples.

New life of the legendary VDNKh

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New life of the legendary VDNKh

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New life of the legendary VDNKh

11. They come to read ...

New life of the legendary VDNKh

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New life of the legendary VDNKh

13. ... rollerblading and bikes that can be easily rented ...

New life of the legendary VDNKh

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New life of the legendary VDNKh

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New life of the legendary VDNKh

16. ... and even splash in the fountains.

New life of the legendary VDNKh

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New life of the legendary VDNKh

18. Even now, VDNKh combines the best features of a modern park and classical Soviet culture, but after the reconstruction we are promised that all its advantages will be emphasized, and its shortcomings will be corrected.

Keywords: VVC | VDNH | Moscow | Reconstruction

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